Persuasive Essay On Electronic Cigarettes

Since the introduction of electronic cigarettes to the U.S. market in 2007, the use and the regulations governing the product has been a topic of debate. Because the electronic cigarette does not contain tobacco, it is currently not regulated by the FDA. The device essentially allows the consumers to inhale nicotine, in the form of vapor, and satisfy the sensations associated with the habit of smoking without taking in tobacco. Although the market for electronic cigarettes is steadily growing, much opposition still exists against the product because the possible side effects and adverse symptoms are not completely known. Also, because of increasing media portrayal of electronic cigarettes as trendy and because of the lack of regulation governing these devices, many people are concerned that electronic cigarettes will have a greater appeal towards young children, leading to nicotine addiction. In addition, although it was suggested that electronic cigarettes could be used as a treatment method for smoking cessation, the devices were initially thought to merely switch the addiction from cigarettes to the electronic versions – whose potential dangers have not yet been dismissed. However, recent studies that have been done on electronic cigarettes have suggested that the devices have a promising capability capacity to be used as a treatment method for smoking cessation. Randomized controlled experiments have been conducted to show that use of electronic cigarettes does, in fact, increase smoking reduction and abstinence. Comparing the effects of this device with those of other products already in use in nicotine replacement therapy has further supported the electronic cigarettes’ potential successfulness in treatment for smoking cessa...

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...n over 400 ingredients and can create over 4000 chemicals when they are lit. Additionally, some of the chemicals found in the devices that are claimed to be dangerous are found in other foods and products that are being consumed. Proponents of the electronic cigarettes claim argue that the potential benefit they have should be enough to keep the devices from being completely prohibited. In response to the counterarguments, proponents argue that the fact that the devices have shown to increase smoking reduction and abstinence makes them a valuable tool in decreasing tobacco related illnesses and mortality. Because I am arguing that although electronic cigarettes should be more tightly regulated, they should be cautiously implemented as a means to reduce tobacco usage, I will use more research findings to refute the counterarguments and evidence to support their use.